Top 7 Religious Tours in Sao Paulo

Destination: Sao Paulo.
Did you know that the state of São Paulo is home to the largest Buddhist temple in Latin America? Get off the main touristic area and discover the Zu Lai temple. Delve into Buddhism without leaving Brazil and learn the fundamentals of it. Accompanied by a well-informed guide, visit the temple that occupies a 150,000 M2 area and attracts not only faithful practitioners, but also people of any religion in search of tranquility and renew their spirituality. Then visit the nearby charming colonial & historical town of Embu das Artes. Explore the art galleries, artisan shops, handicraft stalls and gastronomic delights. The town is known for its weekly arts and crafts fairs. The fair and the shops offer a broad range of paintings small and large, home decorative objects, wood carvings, ceramics, religious goods, furniture, folk arts, art galleries, gems, old coins, tchotchkes, porcelains, sculptures, jewelry, tools, etc... The selection is outstanding and very reasonably priced.
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Duration: Around 6 hours.

Destination: Sao Paulo.
Aparecida, located 180 km from São Paulo in the Paraíba Valley, the city is considered the largest center of Religious Tourism in Brazil, which in October (month of the Patron Saint of Brazil, Our Lady Aparecida) receives pilgrimages from different countries. In this tour we will learn some much more about its history, the miracles of Aparecida, curiosities and visit the Older Church in honor to Aparecida and the largest Marian Temple in the World.
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Duration: Around 10 hours.

Destination: Sao Paulo.
Shalom ve Baruch Haba! Welcome to our Private Jewish Tour in São Paulo, led by an expert guide who will take you on a fascinating journey through the history, culture, and traditions of the Jewish community in Brazil's largest city. On this 5-hour tour, you'll discover significant sites such as São Paulo's first synagogue, founded in 1912 in the Bom Retiro neighborhood, the traditional and Jewish neighborhood of Higienópolis, and the Jewish Museum of São Paulo, which was recently restored and reopened to the public with modern and moving exhibitions. We'll also visit a Beit Chabad synagogue, and to complete the experience, you can enjoy a meal at a kosher restaurant (optional). Along the way, your guide will also present other city landmarks and interesting facts. Important tip: Museum admissions and meals are not included in the tour price.
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Duration: Around 5 hours.

Destination: Sao Paulo.
For those from the Jewish community or interested in their culture, take a private tour of the most important Jewish sites in São Paulo. São Paulo is home to half of the Jewish community that lives in Brazil and has an enormous infrastructure such as synagogues, kosher restaurants, Jewish hotels and cultural centers. Accompanied by a Jewish guide, explore some of the areas most historically where Jewish groups settled. Combine a scenic drive past São Paulo's main sights with visits to the city's oldest synagogue and Jewish immigration memorial. Discover the brand new Jewish Museum of São Paulo that underwent a restoration process to finally welcome the public. Visit its café offering Jewish delights and a local produce shop. Get to know what it's like to live as a Jew in São Paulo, learn about its enormous importance for the formation of Brazil and who are the most prominent Brazilian Jewish personalities. Talk about your interests, whether it's Jewish topics or local culture.
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Duration: Around 5 hours.

Destination: Sao Paulo.
Don’t miss the chance to explore the largest Catholic temple in Brazil and the largest cathedral in the world, the Cathedral Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida. Millions of pilgrims from all parts of Brazil visit the shrine every year to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary and admire the monumental temple. The shrine is located in the countryside about 2:00 h from the city of São Paulo accessible by car. In order to welcome approximately 12 million pilgrims every year, the Sanctuary provides its devotees with an area of more than 1.3 million square meters, with about 143 thousand square meters of built-up area filled with a myriad of attractions. The main reason for the visits are religious. Accompanied by a guide, visit the National Shrine, pass by the image of Our Lady Aparecida and exchange glances with her, participate in a Holy Mass, make requests, thank graces received, pay promises, appreciate craftsmanship, majestic forms and stained-glass windows.
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Duration: Around 10 hours.

Destination: Sao Paulo.
Experience the rich Christian history and vibrant culture of São Paulo with our exclusive, tailor-made tour. Designed for both devout Christians and those fascinated by religion, art, and culture, this extraordinary journey unveils Brazil's remarkable Christian heritage. Begin at the Metropolitan Cathedral, marvel at its divine architecture, and soak in its serene atmosphere. Visit the 17th-century São Bento Monastery and the Convent and Sanctuary of São Francisco, places that resonate with the city's religious history. Next, uncover São Paulo's artistic heritage at the Church of Santo Antônio, home to colonial era art, and the Museum of Sacred Art, preserving intricate devotional artifacts. Lastly, visit the magnificent Nossa Senhora do Brasil Church, a top wedding venue. Join us for this private, guided tour and take away not just an understanding of São Paulo's Christian legacy but also an enriching experience filled with awe, inspiration, and tranquility.
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Duration: Around 6 hours.

Destination: Sao Paulo.
You’re a lover of religious syncretism, cultural diversity and esotericism? You are invited to tour around São Paulo discovering the strong Brazilian multicultural composition and religious syncretic background full of marvelous popular celebrations and social practices. Religious syncretism has its greatest expressions in Brazil due to the colonization process. A complex historical process full of cultural and ethnic mixtures that go beyond the limits of what has been documented, but it’s a natural part of the Brazilian heritage. Visit an Afro-Brazilian religious temple, an Umbanda house and discover how this belief originated in Brazil. Visit Catholic churches, a Buddhist temple and more. Visit a street dedicated to the sale of religious items and find hundreds of stores that sell everything from bibles to gospel music records or t-shirts. Stop by at an esoteric shop where and do a hand or tarot reading. Find spiritual items like incense, crystal stones, herbs, oils and candles.
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Duration: Around 6 hours.